Sanitation Worker Specialist

Join America’s favorite family bakery since 1934—home of Little Debbie®, Drake’s® Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery® Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You’ll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you’ll discover a better way to live and work.

Please submit comprehensive work history or a resume covering the past 3 years. Include all periods of employment, unemployment, self-employment, short-term jobs, caregiving, and education. Ensure you provide accurate month and year ranges for each period.

$20.01 – $21.12 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Plus $1.00 / hr shift premium for 2nd shift hours

2nd Shift, Full-Time

Week 1:
Sunday - Thursday, 3:00 p.m.

- 11:00 p.m.

Week 2:
Monday - Thursday, 3:00 p.m.

- 11:00 p.m.;
Friday 10:00 a.m. until finished or 1 hour before sundown

On-site

McKee Foods is seeking an ESD Technician Specialist to join our Environmental Services Department team. As an ESD Technician Specialist, you'll be responsible for cleaning various areas and equipment in our manufacturing facilities, following the Master Sanitation System. You’ll help prevent the growth of bacteria and mold and will rotate between different areas, using high-pressure cleaning systems.

You’ll train new employees on cleaning procedures and ensure equipment is sanitized properly during changeovers. This job may involve working in hot (ovens) and cold (freezers) environments, with chemicals and water, and lifting 20-50 pounds. You’ll also work at heights up to 40 feet.

Safety is key, so you’ll need to follow all safety protocols, wear appropriate safety gear, and attend specialized training. Be prepared for loud environments and exposure to machinery. Pre-employment drug screening and a background check are required.

• Basic computer and math skills
• Strong initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work independently
• Team-oriented with good communication skills
• Solid work history with good attendance and safety practices
• Knowledge of food safety procedures and product purity standards
• Excellent customer service and housekeeping skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and stay organized
• Capable of heavy lifting (20-50 lbs.)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, extended shifts, and extra days as needed
• Accurate in handling detailed paperwork
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments (extreme heights, confined spaces, temperature variations, etc.)

• Food processing or food manufacturing experience
• Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and industry standard cleaning and sanitation procedures
• Basic knowledge of the function and operation of sanitation equipment
• Training and/or experience in operating lift equipment
• Training and/or experience with high pressure water systems
• Ability to obtain and maintain an LTO (Lift Truck Operator) license (includes a good driving record and meeting vision requirements to drive a lift truck at McKee Foods)
• Related training; including blood borne pathogens, confined space, lock out systems, dust hazard, chemical management, etc.
• Competitive weekly pay
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.